Festive opening: Life -size crib in the Steinbacher Krippenhaus

Festive opening: Life -size crib in the Steinbacher Krippenhaus

The crib house in Steinbach an der Steyr traditionally attracts not only the locals, but also numerous visitors from all over the state of Upper Austria and beyond. His collection of more than 600 cribs from different cultures has earned an excellent reputation over the years. This year the exhibition is supplemented by a very special highlight: a life -size representation of the holy family, designed by the talented carving artist Manfred Fürschuss.

The solemn inauguration of the new crib takes place on the popular sausage Sunday. Traditionally, the crib house will be open on Sundays and public holidays to give many families and individuals the opportunity to admire the impressive collection.

Special banner of the collection

The life -size crib of Manfred Fürschuss, which is presented at the forecourt of the crib house, is a real asset to the diverse exhibition. The artist from Leonstein is known for his wood carvings, which can be found in different locations in the region. With this new addition, the anticipation for the upcoming Advent experience is increased again.

a traditional festival: sausage Sunday

The opening of the crib house is all about the sausage sonntag, which takes up a special place in the advent calendar in Upper Austria. Accompanied by mulled wine and punch, visitors can enjoy a contemplative atmosphere on the open fire. At this event, the old tradition is held up to serve sausages that come from the previously slaughtered animals to make them durable before the hard winter. The custom has changed over the years, but remains firmly rooted in Advent.

The inauguration of the crib house including the new crib will take place on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. on the town square of Steinbach an der Steyr. Afterwards, all guests are invited to enjoy the range of sausages, punch and mulled wine until 6 p.m. This event is more than just opening a crib season; It is part of a deeply rooted tradition that strengthens the sense of community in Advent. For more information about the event and the collection, interested parties can take a look at the detailed reports at www.meinbezirk.at throw.